Equestrians head to Regional Meet
submitted by Olivia Greene The Manchester Equestrian Team has had an exciting season so far! Last weekend, we won our last district meet, giving us enough points to put us in second overall, earning our way a spot in the regional championships! We are so proud of our riders. They have all improved so much […]
Library prepares for busy fall season
submitted by Tamara Denby, Manchester District Library Autumn is in full force now. It seems like every day is at least 15 minutes shorter than the day before. But for many, fall is the best time of year. What’s not to love about crisp evenings, trees garbed in flaming reds, oranges and golds, and the […]
Walk to School program off and running
It has been a great start to this year’s Walk to School program, coordinated by Klager teacher Kathy O’Mara. Up to 60 students in grades K-6 are walking to school multiple times per week, and many junior and senior high schoolers are being spotted along the way as well! “We are getting a great turnout […]
Cristie Warren earns 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award
The 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recognizes outstanding achievements of county 4-H volunteers or groups that have exhibited excellence in 4-H youth education and leadership development. Specifically, project areas of beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, horses, horticulture, poultry, rabbits, sheep, swine, and veterinary science. Warren has had a large impact on youth and their families […]
Farm Bureau awards Outstanding Service to Agriculture
The Outstanding Service to Agriculture award recognizes someone who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and service to our local agriculture. This year’s recipients are Joe and Katelyn Packard. The leadership roles they have served over the last several years has shown true devotion to the agriculture industry. This past year Joe served as the Washtenaw County […]
Manchester youth is outstanding in agriculture
The Outstanding Involvement in Agriculture Award honors Washtenaw County youth who have shown exceptional involvement and leadership in agriculture projects. Both Future Farmers of America (FFA) and 4-H members are eligible for this award. This year’s Manchester FFA recipient is Lee Blumenauer, a senior at Manchester High School. Through FFA he has attended FFA state convention […]
Village Commissions need help
Village President Pat Vailliencourt is looking for a few good people. Due to recent resignations, the village is seeking residents to serve on the Village Planning Commission, the Village Parks Commission, and the Downtown Development Authority. Those who wish to serve on commissions may require special skills. For example, those on Village Planning Commission may […]
Healthy Thoughts for 5 Healthy Towns: You’ve Got This!
by Amy Heydlauff, CEO 5HT “You’ve got this!” A junior high math teacher recently told me this is her mantra with her students. I wish she’d been my math teacher. “You’ve got this!” is an awesome short sentence that can be used by anyone for the following good reasons. 1. It inspires self-confidence in the […]
t’s official: Flavored e-cigarettes are now illegal in Michigan
by Robin Erb (Bridge) Michigan’s ban on flavored nicotine vaping products — the first to be announced in the nation — is now in effect. Sales and distribution of flavored nicotine vaping products are now a misdemeanor, punishable by up to six months in jail and a $200 fine, according to the emergency rules released […]
Michigan Legislature, Gov. Whitmer head for showdown on roads, redistricting
by Riley Beggin (Bridge) LANSING — Michigan’s Republican-dominated House and Senate kicked off the final stage of the state budget process on Thursday, including votes on multiple funding decisions likely to irk Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and other Democratic state officeholders. The committee-level votes included cuts to Democrat Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s office and the […]
